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MLB recap: Phillies, Dodgers, Pirates and Twins complete series sweeps

Wednesday’s MLB action was defined by four series sweeps, while Pete Alonso’s home run streak ended after a two-homer performance.

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					Last Night In Baseball: Sweeps, Sweeps And More Sweeps
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Wednesday’s Major League Baseball schedule produced a distinct pattern of dominance, with four teams completing their respective series. The Philadelphia Phillies, Los Angeles Dodgers, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Minnesota Twins each secured a sweep, marking a day of decisive outcomes across the league.

The statistical focus of the evening shifted to the Philadelphia Phillies, where Pete Alonso recorded two home runs. Despite this offensive output, Alonso’s previously noted home run streak came to an end, adding a layer of complexity to the team’s overall victory.

Elsewhere in the league, the Chicago White Sox managed to secure a victory, described in the recap as getting one back. Meanwhile, the Arizona Diamondbacks remained competitive in their contest, a performance characterised as bending but not breaking, though specific scorelines for these games were not detailed in the source material.

These results arrive as the 2026 MLB postseason approaches. The Wild Card Series are scheduled to commence on 29 September 2026, setting the stage for the final stretch of the regular season.

The 2026 World Series is set to begin on 23 October 2026, with a potential Game 7 scheduled for 31 October 2026. Broadcast rights for the upcoming playoffs are held by FOX, NBC, TBS, and FOX One.

According to Fox Sports, the day’s action was defined by these multiple sweeps and the shifting momentum of key players like Alonso. The report highlights the competitive landscape as teams position themselves for the upcoming postseason.

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